Karl Springer Exceptional "J.M.F. Side Table" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

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Iconic "J.M.F. Side Table" in lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American 1970's. The artisanship of this piece is superb. Marrying fine materials with sublime forms is what made Karl Springer famous.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks and consoles”, on page 6 there is a photo of the console table version of this model with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD J.M.F. SANDSTONE CONSOLE (page) 6”

W: 30 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 24.5 inches

Condition: Excellent - this table has been cleaned and polished.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Stunning "Curved-End Console Table" in Emu Skin 1993 (Signed) - SOLD

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“Curved-End Console Table” in ivory emu skin with gold overlay by Karl Springer, American 1993 (signed “Karl Springer 1993” on the underside of the console). The gold overlay beautifully accents the color of the skins. The materials and craftsmanship of this table are superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980's, section titled "desks & consoles", page 9 shows an image of this model with the page titled "KARL SPRINGER LTD CURVED-END CONSOLE (page) 9"

W: 60 inches
D: 16 inches
H: 35 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Sculpture Side Table in Tessellated Coral, Brass with Glass Top 1980s - SOLD

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"Sculpture Table" in tessellated coral with solid brass cover and thick cantilevered glass top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted. Brass has been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern.

Reference
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 11 is the smaller model of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 10” DIAMETER SCULPTURE TABLE (page) 11”.

Dimensions:
W: 26 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - brass and been polished and lacquered by Lobel Modern. Few small scratches in glass.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare and Exceptional Pair of Lacquered Goatskin Bedside Tables 1985 - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully crafted bedside tables in lacquered goatskin, each with 2 doors and drawer, by Karl Springer, American 1985 (fabrication date stamped on back “7 19 85”). Lacquered goatskin was a material Springer used often on his artisan pieces. These have been cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern. New self-closing glides added to drawers by Lobel Modern.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “cabinets & etageres”, on page 5 of the section there is a photo of the 3 drawer version of this bedside table with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD THREE DRAWER NIGHT TABLE (page) 5”

Each:
W: 26 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 24 inches

Condition: Excellent - cleaned and polished by Lobel Modern. Glides on drawers have been replaced with self-closing glides by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer "Sandstone Sculpture Table" with Cantilevered Glass Top 1980s - SOLD

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"Sandstone Sculpture Table" with base in cast composite stone with thick cantilevered glass top and polished chrome cap by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This series was only done for a few years. The forms and materials are sublime together.

Reference
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, on page 11 is the smaller model of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD 10” DIAMETER SCULPTURE TABLE (page) 11”.

W: 19 inches
D: 27 inches
H: 18 inches

Condition: Excellent - few small scratches in glass (glass is relatively new)

SOLD

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Karl Springer Chair in Polished Chrome and Brass 1980s - SOLD

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Chair, beautifully crafted in polished brass and chrome with upholstered seat and back, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Metal has been professionally polished and lacquered and chair has been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. The craftsmanship of this chair is superb and it is very comfortable. This is a folding chair in case you need a chair that stores easily.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive has a photo from the Karl Springer LTD showroom in NYC from the 1980’s which shows this model.

W: 19 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 31 inches
Seat H: 20 inches

Condition: Very Good - metal has been professionally polished and lacquered and chair has been newly reupholstered in gray ultrasuede by Lobel Modern. Few light scratches in metal.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Large Hand-Blown Glass Hurricane Candle Holder 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Large hand-blown glass hurricane candle holder by Seguso VA (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (etched "KARL SPRINGER" on bottom). As with all artisan glass Springer designs, this hurricane is beautifully made and visually stunning. This is designed in 2 pieces which fit together so that the top part comes off and can be easily cleaned.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive contains several photos of the Karl Springer showroom in the late 1980’s and early 1990’s that show this model hurricane.

Diam: 12.5 inches
H: 23.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare Illuminating Glass and Bronze Vanity Mirror 1980s (Signed)

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Exceptional and rare 3-part illuminating vanity mirror in hand-blown green glass with artisan bronze fittings by Seguso (Murano Italy) for Karl Springer, American 1980's (etched “KARL SPRINGER” in glass). Very few of these were made and the craftsmanship is incredible.

Dimensions as shown:
W: 34.5 inches
D: 12 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent

$12,000

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Karl Springer Exceptional "Round Leg Lucite Bench" 1980s - SOLD

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Beautifully made “Round Leg Lucite Bench” with polished chrome stretchers and upholstered seat by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Seat newly reupholstered by Lobel Modern. These benches were typically made in small sizes. This one is large and stunning.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, in the section titled “seating”, this model is shown on page 11, titled “KARL SPRINGER ROUND LEG LUCITE BENCH (page) 11”

W: 48.5 inches
D: 17 inches
H: 16 inches

Condition: Excellent - Seat newly reupholstered in a luxurious new fabric by Lobel Modern.

SOLD

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Karl Springer Mark II Brown Lizard Embossed Leather Coffee Table 1983 (Signed) - SOLD

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"Mark II Coffee Table" in 2 tone brown embossed lizard leather by Karl Springer, American 1983 (label on the bottom reads "Karl Springer 1983"). This table showcases the superb artisanship which made Karl Springer famous.

Reference:
Lobel Modern Archive contains a photograph of this model coffee table in the Karl Springer NYC showroom in the 1980’s.

H: 16.5 inches
W: 37 inches
D: 26.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Superbly Crafted End Table in Brass with Zebra Wood Top 1980s

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"Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in mirror polished brass with double book matched zebra wood top by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This table is meticulously crafted and is a fine example of Springer’s devotion to quality.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, sectional titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 19 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TRIANGULAR LEG METAL END TABLE” shows this model.

Dimensions:

W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 27.5 inches    

Condition: Very Good- few spots on brass base consistent with age.

$15,000

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Karl Springer "Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in Brass with Shagreen Top 1980s (Signed)

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"Triangular Leg Metal End Table" in brass with shagreen top by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed "Karl Springer" under top). This table is meticulously crafted and is a fine example of Springer’s work.

Reference:
Karl Springer red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, sectional titled “coffee, end tables & bar carts”, page 19 titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD TRIANGULAR LEG METAL END TABLE” shows this table with a black glass top. Page 18 shows a coffee table version of this table with a shagreen top.

W: 23 inches
D: 23 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Very good - a few minor age spots in shagreen, a few small spots in brass. Presents overall beautifully.

$12,000

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Karl Springer Double Sided Gunmetal and Chrome Vanity Mirror 1980s

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Beautifully crafted iconic double sided vanity mirror in polished gunmetal and chrome with magnifier on one side and regular mirror on the other by Karl Springer, American 1980's. It is rare to see this mirror in these metals. It was typically done in brass and chrome.

W: 21 inches
D: 5 inches
H: 15 inches

Condition: Excellent - some small marks on base that are not really noticeable.

$8,500

Ref: mirror319

Karl Springer Pair of Illuminating Pedestals in Zebra Skins and Lucite 1970s - SOLD

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Unique pair of exceptional illuminating pedestals with real zebra skins and thick sand-blasted solid Lucite tops by Karl Springer, American 1970's. These pedestals are simply incredible. Super chic and beautifully made.

Diam: 15 inches
H: 44 inches large pedestal / 35 inches small pedestal

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Pair of "Onassis Chairs" in Lacquered Goatskin 1970s - SOLD

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Pair of beautifully crafted and iconic “Onassis Chairs” in lacquered goatskin with upholstered seats by Karl Springer, American 1970's. Seats newly upholstered by Lobel Modern. Chairs have been cleaned and polished. The artisanship of Springer’s pieces is absolutely superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Seating” on page 7 there is a photo of this model with the title “Onassis Chair”.

Dimensions:
W: 24 inches
D: 19 inches
H: 30 inches
Seat H: 18.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Large "Saturn Mirror" with Bronze Outer Glass Ring 1980s

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Large hand-crafted "Saturn Mirror" with large beveled panels, outside arced mirrors in bronze glass, by Karl Springer, American 1980's. This mirror was typically done with regular mirror panels. This is a rare variation.

Reference:
KARL SPRINGER LTD Red Binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “mirrors”, page 2 shows this model mirror, top of page reads “KARL SPRINGER LTD “SATURN” MIRROR (page) 2”.

Diam: 48 inches
D: 1 inch

Condition: Excellent

$8,500

Ref: mirror318

Karl Springer Set Of 3 Iconic Brass and Chrome Candle Holders 1984

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Set of 3 iconic candle holders in gold tinted brass with chrome accents by Karl Springer, American 1984. These, like all Karl Springer pieces, are beautifully made. They have been completely restored - replated and lacquered. They are in like-new condition.

Reference:
Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog, published in the 1980’s, section “Lighting”, page 4 entitled “KARL SPRINGER LTD...METAL CANDLESTICK (page) 18” shows this model in the top left photograph.

Diam: 7.5 inches
Small H: 13 inches / 18 inches with candle
Big H: 16 inches / 21 inches with candle

Condition: Excellent - completely restored - replated and lacquered. They are in like-new condition.

$7,500 for the set

Ref: accessory244

Karl Springer Chic Telephone Table in Ivory Shagreen 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Stunning “Telephone Table” covered in ivory shagreen with tapering legs by Karl Springer, American 1980's (signed under upper tier with brass label which reads "Karl Springer"). An iconic Springer design with exceptional craftsmanship and materials.

W: 13 inches
D: 10 inches
H: 15.5 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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Karl Springer Rare "Royal Palm 4 Door Cabinet" in Lacquered Goatskin ca. 1990

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"Royal Palm 4 Door Cabinet" in olive/beige color lacquered goatskin by Karl Springer, American ca. 1990. Interior is finished in green lacquer. This cabinet exemplifies Karl Springer’s superb craftsmanship and fine materials which are unsurpassed. Only a handful of these were made. They are rare.

W: 84 inches
D: 20 inches
H: 34 inches

Provenance: From the collection of a Karl Springer employee who worked in the NYC showroom.

Condition: Excellent

$35,000

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Karl Springer Exceptional End Tables in Shagreen with Bone Inlays 1980s (Signed) - SOLD

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Pair of exceptional and rare Parsons Style End Tables in gray/blue shagreen with bone inlays on top and bone sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's (label on bottom reads “Made in the Philippines” with inventory number KS 43). Superb craftsmanship and materials are the hallmarks of Karl Springer. These tables are absolutely superb.

Reference:
Karl Springer LTD Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section “game & backgammon tables”, page 3 shows the rectangular version of this table with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD PARSON STYLE BACKGAMMON TABLE (page) 3”.

Each:
W: 24 inches
D: 24 inches
H: 22 inches

Condition: Excellent

SOLD

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